Maintenance Director

Chesapeake Operations LLC; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Benefits Packages

Career laddering

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Maintenance Director to maintain and repair the community’s structures and systems, install and service mechanical equipment, and supervise staff and contractors. The role emphasizes safety, preventive maintenance, and budget compliance.

Responsibilities include grounds upkeep, pest control, and coordinating purchases within budget. The candidate should have HVAC/electrical/plumbing knowledge, a high school diploma or GED (associates or

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED; Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of electrical, plumbing and A/C-HVAC equipment.
• Two years previous experience working in maintenance position, preferably in a large physical plant.
• Possess the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, and follow written and oral directions.
• Must be organized and willing to work well with residents, visitors, staff, and the management team.
• Possess the ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy material and equipment; tolerate extreme conditions.
• Certified in AC/Freon recovery, etc.
• Ability to be available and on-call on a 24-hour basis in case of emergency.
• Must be in approved uniform, neat and clean appearance during working hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair physical structures and utility systems of the community.
• Install, service, and repair mechanical equipment (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Supervise support staff and contractors as applicable.
• Oversee housekeeping and maintenance assistant.
• Maintain preventative maintenance program for all equipment.
• Check gauges, thermometers, and logs daily.
• Maintain grounds, pest control, and waste management.
• Manage budget-constrained purchases and expenditures.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns promptly.

Skills

Electrical/plumbing/HVAC knowledge

On-call availability

Physical strength

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Reading gauges and logs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

301 Clearfield Avenue, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

The Maintenance Director will maintain and repair physical structures and utility systems of the community and maintain the grounds. He/she will install, service, and repair mechanical equipment (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.). Supervise support staff and contractors as applicable. Oversee housekeeping and maintenance assistant.

Maintains the preventative maintenance program for all equipment in the community. Checks, reads, and logs all gauges, thermometers, water gauges on boilers and thermometers in cooler and freezer daily. Responsible for maintenance of drains, access areas, grease traps, garbage cans, cooling tower and mechanical rooms. Responsible for overseeing grounds maintenance, refuse pick-up, and all outside appearances. Investigates mechanical breakdowns and failures of machinery and equipment to determine cause and prevent reoccurrence by including the occurrence in the preventative maintenance program. Repairs emergency breakdowns in shortest possible time. Initiates and maintains a program of overall efficiency designed to eliminate waste and reduce operating expenses. Maintains safe operating and fire prevention practices, including monthly fire drill. Replaces light bulbs throughout the community. Paints, plasters, and performs other work necessary to prepare rooms/suites for leasing. Maintains community furniture in good condition. Maintains a working knowledge of current information on building and equipment operation codes and regulations. Requisitions and picks up supplies as needed. Responsible for purchases not exceeding budgetary constraints. Maintains expenditures within budgetary limits. Oversees pest control program. Maintains a work-order log through TELS-checked daily. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED; Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Must have a working knowledge of electrical, plumbing and A/C-HVAC equipment
• Two years previous experience working in maintenance position, preferably in a large physical plant
• Possess the ability to communicate verbally and in writing, and follow written and oral directions
• Must be organized and willing to work well with residents, visitors, staff, and the management team
• Possess the ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy material and equipment. Also must be able to tolerate extreme heat, cold, wet, humid or noisy conditions
• Must be in good physical and mental condition and have the ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders
• Certified in AC/Freon recovery, etc.
• Ability to be available and on-call on a 24-hour basis in case of emergency
• Must be in approved uniform, neat and clean appearance during working hours

Salary Range: $61,000/annually - $65,000/annually

Why Harmony?

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages Training, Development & Career Laddering Great work-life balance Flexible Scheduling

Harmony Senior Services is a certified Great Place To Work and one of the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 45+ locations across the United States.

Harmony Senior Services was founded on the belief that people deserve access to high quality senior living options. It is our honor to provide each resident, family member, and associate with the same care, compassion, and respect we would for our own family. We are a family serving families. Our team members are the foundation of the Harmony family, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We are passionate about serving our residents and their families while fostering a meaningful and fulfilling workplace for our team. Begin your journey with Harmony Senior Services and join one of the leaders in the senior living industry today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.